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Babbitt

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Fiction Classics Historical Fiction

by Sinclair Lewis

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3.64 (14.2K ratings)
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description 348 pages
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Babbitt by Sinclair Lewis holds a well received rating of 3.64 out of 5, based on 14.2K reader ratings. First published in 1922. The book spans 348 pages.

About Babbitt

Babbitt is a satirical novel about American culture and society that critiques the vacuity of middle class life and the social pressure toward conformity. The controversy provoked by Babbitt was influential in the decision to award the Nobel Prize in Literature to Lewis in 1930.

Detail Value
Author Sinclair Lewis
Published 1922
Pages 348
Genres Fiction, Classics, Historical Fiction
Average Rating 3.64 / 5.00
Total Ratings 14,204

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

3.6
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14.2K ratings
With a rating of 3.64, Babbitt is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 3.99, it performs below the genre benchmark.

How It Compares

3.64
This Book
3.99
Historical Fiction Average
4.17
Global Average

Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is Babbitt?

Babbitt is categorized as Fiction, Classics, Historical Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.

Is Babbitt worth reading?

Based on 14.2K reader ratings, Babbitt has an average score of 3.64 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."

How many pages is Babbitt?

Babbitt has 348 pages.

Who wrote Babbitt?

Babbitt was written by Sinclair Lewis. It was first published in 1922.

What is the ISBN for Babbitt?

The ISBN-13 for Babbitt is 9781426406070.0.

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